Wilson Elser is a leading defense litigation law firm with more than 1,100 attorneys in 44 offices throughout the United States. Founded in 1978, we rank among the top 200 law firms identified by The American Lawyer and 43^rd in the National Law Journal's survey of the nation's largest law firms. We're also Mansfield Certified Plus and a Women in the Law Forum Gold Standard Law Firm.

Our employees are our lifeblood, and their training and development are managed accordingly. We place the highest premium on building their credentials and investing in their success through outstanding training and mentoring. Our employees are entrusted with meaningful assignments early and often. Combining a steep learning curve with a highly collaborative culture, vast resources and support, a broad and stable base of clients, and an impressive history of growth, Wilson Elser is the destination for individuals looking to pursue a rewarding career.

Our firm is committed to attracting and retaining professionals who value each other and the service we provide by embracing Teamwork, Collaboration, Client Service, and Innovation. If you are a motivated professional looking for a long-term fit where you can grow in a role, and will be valued and empowered, then we invite you to apply to our Litigation Paralegal position in our San Diego office.

The Position

We are seeking a seasoned Litigation Paralegal to become an integral part of our vibrant legal team. In this role, you will be at the heart of the action, providing essential support to our attorneys through every phase of litigation. This position offers an exciting opportunity to dive into a diverse range of cases, sharpen your legal acumen, and make a real impact in the legal field.

This hybrid position offers the flexibility to work remotely 20% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Dive Deep into Investigations: Engage with a variety of external sources to retrieve, review, and analyze critical information, driving the success of our cases.
• Master of Organization: Curate and meticulously prepare vital materials for expert witness review, ensuring every detail is in place for impactful testimony.
• Harness the Power of Technology: Utilize cutting-edge court-related databases and other online platforms to unearth essential case details that give us the competitive edge.
• Be the Strategic Analyzer: Dissect and organize document production from opposing parties and co-defendants, turning complex information into actionable insights.
• Transform Data into Strategy: Summarize key transcripts and organize pivotal documents, playing a crucial role in building our case strategies.
• Support the Experts: Prepare and streamline materials for expert witnesses, ensuring they have everything needed to deliver persuasive and compelling opinions.
• Guide the Case Files: Take charge of managing and maintaining impeccably organized case files, ensuring that every document is at your fingertips when needed. Manage documents and maintain organized case files.

Qualifications

• Educational Foundation: A bachelor's degree and/or Paralegal Certificate is highly valued and will set you up for success in this role.
• Seasoned Professional: Bring your 2+ years of litigation paralegal experience to the table, where your expertise will shine.
• Insurance Defense Advantage: If you have experience in insurance defense, that is a big plus - your background could be a game-changer for our team.
• Communication Pro: Showcase your exceptional written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate and convey key insights.
• Team Player in Action: Thrive in our fast-paced, collaborative environment, where teamwork and agility are key.
• Hands-On Experience: Leverage your experience with drafting subpoenas and meticulously creating logs for records received - skills that are essential to our success.

Why Should You Apply?

• Excellent Benefits including a 401k match
• Generous PTO plan
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Corporate discount plans
• Bonus earning potential
• Hybrid work environment

Interested?

Wilson Elser is a firm focused on its commitment to both their clients and you! Please consider joining our team by sending your credentials to Careers@wilsonelser.com and putting "San Diego Paralegal" in the subject line.

We believe in creating a work environment free of barriers and bias, where individual outlooks and talents are respected and valued. Our firm's policy is to ensure an equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, disability, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the law.

A variety of factors are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and/or certifications, geographic location, market demands, other business and organizational needs, and other factors permitted by law. The expected salary range for this position is $70,000 to $90,000. This position is also eligible for bonuses. Final salary wages offered may be outside of this range based on other reasons and individual circumstances. This position is considered full-time and therefore qualifies for benefits including 401(k) retirement savings plan, medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.